Iridium-Clad Titanium Tie Pin
A premium tie pin with a titanium base clad in iridium for durable shine in office attire. It qualifies under tariff item 7114.20.00 as an article of goldsmiths' or silversmiths' wares of base metal clad with precious metal, as iridium is a platinum-group metal per Chapter 71 Note 4(B).
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇺🇸United States | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇩🇪Germany | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
| 🇯🇵Japan | 5.5% | — | 5.5% |
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If the tie pin is made of precious metal (e.g., solid gold) rather than clad base metal
Articles of jewellery of precious metal are classified under heading 71.13.
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Import Tips & Compliance
• Confirm that iridium is considered a precious metal under Chapter 71 Note 4(B) and that the cladding is mechanically affixed
• Provide a certificate of analysis for the iridium content if available
• Ensure the tie pin is classified as personal adornment under Note 9(a), not as imitation jewellery
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